ITALIAN BITES FACTORY
2730 SHERIDAN ST UNIT W, Hollywood FL 33020 · 561.303.9219
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2024
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5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (46F) being held on top of pans in flip top cooler. Operator states item has been in unit form approximately 1.5 hours. Operator moved to reach in section of cooler. Retook temperature at 44F
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk salt container under front counter and sugar container on back counter not labeled.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked olive bread stored in direct contact with plastic handle thank you bag. Operator moved to food grade container
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken (46F) being held on top of pans in flip top cooler. Operator states item has been in unit form approximately 1.5 hours. Operator moved to reach in section of cooler. Retook temperature at 44F
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Portioned lasagna prepared and frozen date marked 12-23. Operator states item was thawed two days ago. Verified portions in reach in freezer with same date. Operator date marked. Discussed proper date marking of thawed food with operator
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Clean blended stored under soap dispenser at hand wash sink exposed to splash. Operator relocated
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on cook line. Operator moved to sanitizer bucket
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Egg frittata, empanadas, ham and cheese croissant held on time as a public health control has no time marking. Operator states items have been out since 7:30 am. Operator marked on chart
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by board, pizza boxes. Operator removed
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag, keys stored with single service items on shelf above food preparation area. Operator removed
Floor soiled in between ice machines.
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. flip top: cut lettuce (51F); shredded cheese (53F); shredded cheese (51F); ham (52F); display case: ham and cheese croissant (74F); chicken empenada (82F); beef empenada (84F); spinach empenada (81F); ham and cheese empenada (85F). All items being held in units for 3 hours. Operator removed items from flip top cooler to reach in cooler. Provided TPHC written plan for operator, operator filled out at time of inspection and time marked items to be discarded at the end of 4 hours
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cutting board stored over top of hand wash sink. Operator removed
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided to operator
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. Observed at condenser in main flip top cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Ham, cooked mushrooms thawing at room temperature. Operator moved to reach in cooler
Sep 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket reading greater than 200ppm chlorine. Manager remade to proper 100ppm chlorine.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot holding / cooking thermometer only.
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